Gender and Class in Housing Appropriation

This lecture explores the intersection of gender and class in housing appropriation, discussing factors such as urban planning, lighting, circulation, and central security in public spaces. The instructor emphasizes the importance of avoiding spatial solutions to social problems and highlights the need to listen to women's perspectives in architecture. The discussion delves into the complexities of gender inequalities in housing, the potential for architectural interventions to address social issues, and the challenges of redistributing domestic tasks. The lecture also touches on the concept of non-mixed spaces and the role of collective work in redefining the division of labor. Participants engage in group discussions to analyze interview findings and identify differences and similarities in housing experiences.